the hair steamer

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GENERAL

Plug in the tool power cord & press on the ON/OFF button on the back of the appliance. The LED light will blink. Once solid, the water has reached the desired temperature.

It takes up to 60 seconds. 

To activate the steam function, slide the Steam Power Slider to the ON position. The LED will light up & steam will release from the holes near base of the prongs. Be careful, the steam can be very hot.

It means the steam function is ON. Steam should emit from the holes near the base of the fingers. If not, please check that there is water in the chamber. For more troubleshooting questions please consult the User Manual. 

Yes, auto-off feature activates after 30 minutes, providing peace of mind even if you forget to turn it off. 

This appliance has universal voltage. It will automatically adjust to the proper voltage. Use an adapter plug with correct configuration prior to use in outlet when traveling internationally.

6’ professional swivel cord gives you freedom of movement.

Approximately 16 minutes.

This unit is designed to be operated at 120-240 volts AC. It is 650W.

1 Heat Setting 

 

722g with cord 

Approximately 248F at the steam outlet (or vapor outlet holes) and approximately 140F at the prong tip.

When not in use, your steamer should be disconnected, allowed to cool, and stored in a safe, dry location out of reach of children. Do not twist the line cord or wrap it around the Steamer. Allow the cord to hang or lie loose and straight at the point of entry into the steamer.

Yes, using a Steamer can benefit all types of curly, coily, or 4c hair. Steam helps to hydrate and moisturize the hair, making it more manageable and reducing frizz, regardless of hair type. 

While steaming can add moisture to the hair, it's essential not to overdo it. Over-steaming can lead to excessive moisture absorption, which may cause the hair to become overly soft and prone to breakage. It's crucial to find the right balance and adjust the frequency of steaming based on individual hair needs. 

While some people may use a facial Steamer on their hair, it's generally not as effective as using a dedicated hair Steamer. Hair Steamers are specifically designed to deliver the right amount of steam to the hair and scalp, ensuring optimal results without causing damage. 

Too much water and steam can strip your skin of its natural oils, contributing to dryness and irritation. Finally, because facial steaming dilates your blood vessels, it can cause excessive redness — particularly for people with sensitive skin. 

The 150ml water tank allows for a 16-minute runtime*, facilitating detangling as required by passing steam through each hair section. 

Like a facial for your hair, steaming opens up the pores of the scalp to remove impurities & buildup. It can also moisten the skin & scalp while increasing blood flow. It is recommended to hold the Steamer 2-3 inches away from your scalp. For safety, the Steamer prongs provide separation between the tool's steam outlets & your scalp.

A clicking noise might be heard while in use as the unit converts water to warm vapor upon activating the steam function. This noise can also persist if the steam switch is engaged/turned onwhen the water chamberis empty.

The prongs will assist in lifting & separating hair to help disperse vapor throughout the target area. Use the extra prong attachment to stretch out curls or comb through product. 

The box comes with a Steamer with a detachable water chamber & two additional attachments: a Diffuser Attachment that gathers longer curls & coils to steam parched ends & create a halo of vapor, & a Prong Attachment that further lifts & separates hair from root to tip. Plus, a Flush Kit that comes with a small cleaning cloth & an empty bottle to help flush & prevent build-up in the water chamber.

The Flush Kit allows you to prime & flush the device. Occasionally when the pump is dry it cannot pull in water & it needs to be primed to help flush out mineral deposits. The Flush Kit includes a small polyester cloth & a 200 ml empty bottle that you can fill with distilled water to help flush out debris. Please refer to the User Maintenance section of the User Manual for more instructions on how to prime & flush.

HOW TO USE

  1. First make sure the appliance is unplugged & remove chamber/reservoir. 
  2. Then detach water chamber/reservoir by pressing down on the two buttons on the sides of the steamer.  
  3. Open rubber inlet cover. 
  4. Fill the reservoir with only water (no additives). It is recommended to use distilled water & keep filled above the minimum fill line. 
  5. Replace rubber inlet cover. 
  6. Put chamber/reservoir into unit by lining up reservoir into slot & click into place. 

It is recommended to use distilled water to fill the chamber/reservoir. The chamber/reservoir should only be filled with water, no additives.

It's generally recommended to apply products such as deep conditioners or leave-in conditioners to the hair before steaming. This allows the steam to help the products penetrate more deeply into the hair shaft, maximizing their effectiveness. 

Yes, you can use the Steamer hands-free. Please ensure that you are placing the Steamer on a heat-resistant, stable & flat surface. 

Hair can be wet or dry when using the Steamer. To deep condition, the hair should be wet and can be paired PATTERN’s Heavy Conditioner, Intensive Conditioner, Breakage Barrier Mask, Treatment Mask or any hair treatment/mask. To stretch styles with the Steamer, hair should be dry and light steam used to refresh hair and stretch shrunken strands. 

PRODUCT PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS 

Start by applying your chosen hair mask or deep conditioner to clean, damp hair. Make sure to distribute the product evenly throughout your hair, focusing on the ends and any areas that are particularly dry or damaged. Once the Steamer is ready, sit comfortably and position the nozzle over your head. Allow the steam to envelop your hair for the recommended duration, typically around 15-30 minutes. The steam will help to open up the hair cuticles, allowing the hair mask or deep conditioner to penetrate more deeply and effectively. After steaming, rinse out the hair mask & follow up with a gentle shampoo or conditioner  

Yes. Steaming can indeed help with detangling curly, coily or tight-textured hair by softening the hair & making it more pliable. On wet hair coated in Detangling Nectar, start from the ends and work your way up to the roots with the Wide Tooth Comb or Shower Brush, being careful to avoid pulling or tugging on the hair.  

Apply evenly from root to tip of each hair strand on dry hair. Allow the Pre-poo treatment to sit 10-15 minutes while steaming until curl reversion is complete. Rinse with cool water & follow up with Hydration Shampoo & PATTERN Conditioner of choice.

Packed with Avocado Oil, Shea Butter & Safflower Oil, use the Intensive Conditioner as a deep treatment, applying product from roots to ends. Steam for up to 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.

Steam unlocks the power of our super-thick Heavy Conditioner for coily & tight textures. Coat strands in the rich cream, use the Shower Brush or Wide Tooth Comb to detangle & steam for up to 10 minutes to restore & revitalize your hair.

TREATING & STYLING TIPS  

Gather longer curls & coils in the Diffuser to steam parched ends & create a halo of vapor. Use the Diffuser attachment to hover over hair or to hold longer strands.

Further lift & separate hair with four additional prongs to steam from root to tip. When used to revitalize styles, the prongs help add volume & stretch natural textures with the steam.

Yes, the Steamer can be used to stretch your curls, coils & tight textures using the Prong attachment. The warm steam helps detangle, stretch, reshape and restyle hair for a Day 3 or Day 5 refresher.

Yes, using a Steamer can be particularly beneficial for low-porosity hair because the steam helps to open up the hair cuticles, allowing moisture to penetrate more easily. This can help combat dryness and improve the effectiveness of moisturizing products.

The frequency of steaming can vary depending on individual hair needs, but generally, using a Steamer once a week or every other week can help maintain moisture levels and promote healthy hair growth.

Yes, steaming can help soften the hair and loosen tangles, making it easier to detangle curly, coily, or 4c hair. It's often recommended to detangle the hair while it's still damp from steaming to minimize breakage and achieve smoother results. Pair with PATTERN Detangling Nectar for extra slip.

Absolutely. Instead of fully rewetting your hair, use the Steamer to gently cajole curls into place, stretch styles & reactivate any water-soluble products in your hair for an easy refresh. 

If planning to steam your hair extensions or wig, it’s important to understand what type of hair it is made of before applying heat. Many synthetic wigs or extensions can be styled with heat tools on a moderate setting, & 100% real human hair wigs can be styled with heat, just like your own hair. We suggest testing a small piece of hair to ensure your extension or wig can withstand the heat.

CLEANING  

Flush Steamer with distilled water in the provided bottle (see: Flush Kit). Wipe down the Steamer with the provided soft dry clothafter usage if your hands and/or the Steamer have a hair liquid product on them.

Occasionally, when the pump is dry it cannot pull in water & the pump needs to be primed. Using the provided Flush Kit follow the below process to also flush out mineral deposits & debris: 

  1. Release/detach water chamber. 
  2. Fill squeeze bottle to the top with water & screw on nozzle. (Note: If the unit has steamed in the past but now has a blockage, you can add a teaspoon of white vinegar to the bottle of water. The vinegar will remove minerals & deposits). 
  3. Insert tip of squeeze bottle nozzle into the water intake valve. 
  4. Apply firm pressure to the squeeze bottle to slowly push a small amount of water into the unit. 
  5. Plug in unit & wait for unit to stop flashing. 
  6. Return water-filled chamber to unit & test for vapor. 

WARRANTY & REPAIR 

2 years from the date of purchase.

We will replace your Steamer if it proves to be defective in workmanship or materials. The warranty only applies to the Steamer & does not cover any of the attachments or accessories.

Visit www.patternbeauty.com/pages/warranty to submit a warranty claim or call us at (833) 99-CURLS to receive detailed instructions.

If you experience any issues, please call the Customer Service team.

Unplug the steamer from the outlet. If the steamer is plugged into a GFCI outlet, ensure the outlet is not tripped. Let the steamer rest for one minute. Turn the steam switch to the off position and plug it back into the outlet. If the steamer is still not working, unplug the steamer and call Customer Service. Do not use the steamer until speaking with the Customer Service team.

Unplug the steamer and call Customer Service. Do not use the steamer until speaking with the Customer Service team.

Not at this time.

Approximately248F at the steam outlet (or vapor outlet holes) and approximately 140F at the prong tip.

No. Unplug this appliance before removing & filling the chamber/reservoir. Do not use the steamer before filling the chamber/reservoir with water.

Use caution when using the steamer on very short hair. To avoid discomfort, skin irritation, or burns do not hold the appliance in one position in the hair. Keep the unit moving though the hair to avoid discomfort from prolonged exposure to heated steam.

While emitting steam, this appliance may cause burns if it is used too close to the skin, scalp, or eyes, or if it is used incorrectly. Always test appliance before each use by holding the vapor wand away from the body for a test of the vapor velocity & heat, & to discharge any air that may have accumulated in the appliance between uses. Never place the appliance vapor outlets directly on skin. To reduce the risk of contact with hot water emitted from vapor outlet holes, test the appliance before each use by holding it away from body & operating the trigger. To avoid discomfort, skin irritation, or burns do not hold the appliance in one position in the hair. Keep the unit moving though the hair to avoid discomfort from prolonged exposure to heated steam.

This appliance is intended to be used on hair only. Do not place on scalp. Placing the appliance on the scalp may cause burns. Do not touch the vapor outlets directly to skin to avoid scalding.

MATERIALS  

Steamer Housing  

PC 

Line Cord  

PVC 

Switches  

Nylon 

Diffuser  

Nylon 

Comb 

Nylon 

PERFORMANCE:  

Temp 

~284F at the steam outlet,  ~140F at the teeth tip 

Voltage 

Dual Voltage 

Wattage 

650W 

Motor 

SP-7 120V, 60Hz, 7W , 40-60ml/min. 

Startup Time 

60 sec 

Run Time 

16 mins 

Flow Rate 

9g/min 

Auto Shutoff 

30 min 

Heating Light 

Blinking White 

Ready Indicator Light 

Solid White 

DIMS & WEIGHTS  

Steamer Dimensions 

176 x 104 x 235mm 

Steamer Weight (w/cord) 

722g 

Comb Attachment Dimensions 

81 x 76 x 61mm 

Comb Weight 

23.5g 

Diffuser Attachment 

152 x 152 x 85mm 

Diffuser Weight 

77.5g 

Cord Length  

6ft  

FLUSH KIT:

Bottle Dimensions 

25mm dia, length 66mm 

Bottle Material  

Polyethylene (PE) 

Bottle Volume 

20mL 

Cloth Dimensions 

30cm x 30 cm 

Cloth Material  

100% Polyester